Raikholi - Bageshwar
Raikholi is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Paatli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raikholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raikholi is 051157. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.6 hectares and falls under the 263634 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Raikholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raikholi
As per Census 2011, Raikholi village has a total population of 108 people, consisting of 41 males and 67 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 1,634 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 68 literate and 40 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raikholi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 108 | 41 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 30 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 11 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Raikholi
Raikholi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Raikholi
Raikholi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Raikholi is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raikholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raikholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raikholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raikholi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raikholi
Where is Raikholi located?
Raikholi village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raikholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Raikholi is Paatli.
What is the pincode of Raikholi?
The pincode of Raikholi is 263634.
What is the population of Raikholi?
Raikholi has a total population of 108, including 41 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Raikholi?
There are 22 households in Raikholi.
What is the literacy rate in Raikholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raikholi is 62.96%. Male literacy is 73.17% and female literacy is 56.72%.